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Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-2844| House 
| Updated: 3/3/2026
Diana Harshbarger

Diana Harshbarger

Republican Representative

Tennessee

Cosponsors (1)
Mike Thompson (Democratic)

Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, titled the Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act, authorizes and establishes a program within the Department of Labor to recognize employers' voluntary commitment to comprehensive safety and health management systems. The program, known as the Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program (VPP), aims to encourage excellence and acknowledge achievements in protecting employees from occupational hazards. Key components of these systems include systematic hazard assessment, prevention programs, active management and employee participation, and employee safety training. To participate, employers must submit an application demonstrating their worksite meets specific requirements, conduct annual self-evaluations, and undergo onsite evaluations by Department of Labor representatives. While onsite evaluations will not result in citations, any serious hazards identified must be corrected promptly. A significant benefit for approved worksites is an exemption from programmed inspections during their participation in the VPP. The legislation also mandates the Secretary of Labor to modernize the technology used to administer the program, including the application process and reporting, within two years. It establishes a tiered challenge program to serve as a safety and health management system evaluation tool. Furthermore, the bill requires the Secretary to develop policies for monitoring program performance, ensuring consistent compliance by regional offices, and establishing specific performance goals and measures for the VPP. The Act also ensures a smooth transition from existing voluntary protection programs and allocates at least 5 percent of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's annual funding to carry out its provisions.

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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1706
Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act
Apr 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1417
Introduced in Senate
Apr 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sep 17, 2025
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 16.
Sep 17, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Mar 3, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 463.
Mar 3, 2026
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-538.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1706
    Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act


  • April 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1417
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 10, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.


  • September 17, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 16.


  • September 17, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • March 3, 2026
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 463.


  • March 3, 2026
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-538.

Labor and Employment

Related Bills

  • S 119-1417: Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresDepartment of LaborWorker safety and health

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-2844| House 
| Updated: 3/3/2026
This bill, titled the Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act, authorizes and establishes a program within the Department of Labor to recognize employers' voluntary commitment to comprehensive safety and health management systems. The program, known as the Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program (VPP), aims to encourage excellence and acknowledge achievements in protecting employees from occupational hazards. Key components of these systems include systematic hazard assessment, prevention programs, active management and employee participation, and employee safety training. To participate, employers must submit an application demonstrating their worksite meets specific requirements, conduct annual self-evaluations, and undergo onsite evaluations by Department of Labor representatives. While onsite evaluations will not result in citations, any serious hazards identified must be corrected promptly. A significant benefit for approved worksites is an exemption from programmed inspections during their participation in the VPP. The legislation also mandates the Secretary of Labor to modernize the technology used to administer the program, including the application process and reporting, within two years. It establishes a tiered challenge program to serve as a safety and health management system evaluation tool. Furthermore, the bill requires the Secretary to develop policies for monitoring program performance, ensuring consistent compliance by regional offices, and establishing specific performance goals and measures for the VPP. The Act also ensures a smooth transition from existing voluntary protection programs and allocates at least 5 percent of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's annual funding to carry out its provisions.

Bill Text Versions

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2 versions available

Suggested Questions

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1706
Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act
Apr 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1417
Introduced in Senate
Apr 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sep 17, 2025
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 16.
Sep 17, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Mar 3, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 463.
Mar 3, 2026
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-538.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1706
    Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act


  • April 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1417
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 10, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.


  • September 17, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 16.


  • September 17, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • March 3, 2026
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 463.


  • March 3, 2026
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-538.
Diana Harshbarger

Diana Harshbarger

Republican Representative

Tennessee

Cosponsors (1)
Mike Thompson (Democratic)

Education and Workforce Committee

Labor and Employment

Related Bills

  • S 119-1417: Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresDepartment of LaborWorker safety and health